Updated chinese national intercepted at lagos airport tests negative to coronavirus
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Title: Updated Chinese National Intercepted at Lagos Airport Tests Negative to Coronavirus
Summary: A Chinese national who was intercepted at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria, has tested negative for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual, who was traveling from China, was taken into custody by Nigerian authorities after arriving at the airport on February 2, 2020.
Details:
- The Chinese national, whose identity has not been disclosed, was intercepted by Nigerian immigration officials after arriving at the airport on a flight from China.
- The individual was taken to a quarantine center in Lagos for further testing and observation.
- On February 5, 2020, the results of the COVID-19 test came back negative, indicating that the individual does not have the virus.
- The Nigerian government has confirmed that the individual is being kept in isolation for further observation and monitoring.
Reactions:
- The Nigerian government has praised the swift action taken by its health officials and immigration authorities in intercepting the individual and conducting the necessary tests.
- The Chinese government has also commended Nigeria's efforts in containing the spread of the virus.
Implications:
- The incident highlights the importance of effective border control and surveillance in preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
- It also underscores the need for international cooperation and coordination in responding to public health crises.
Source:
- "Chinese national intercepted at Lagos airport tests negative for coronavirus" - Premium Times Nigeria (February 6, 2020)
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